You’ve made the decision you want to document your pregnancy! The next step is to find a good maternity photographer. There’s a few tips that will help in making this task as easy as possible!
4 Tips for How to Find a Maternity Photographer
- Start early and be thorough. You might not be able to book your maternity photographer a week in advance. If possible, think at least a month ahead and start contacting possible photographers. I suggest doing a maternity session at the 7-8 month mark. If you are showing early, you could book earlier. This is just a general guideline. Yelp and Google are great places to start. But, if you have friends that can give recommendations, that’s always best.
- Find your style! There are so many ways to document your pregnancy. Some women like a very natural, candid approach in their home. Others like a studio look with lighting and theatric outfits. You could also go to one of your favorite places (like the beach) and document the time with your family. Of course, Pinterest is a great place to look for inspiration if you’re not sure what style you like best.
- Once you decide the type of maternity session you want, look for a photographer who specializes in that style. Studio photographers are different than on-location photographers. And sometimes you’ll get photographers that rent wardrobe or have a certain light aesthetic.
- Look for a photographer that has experience with pregnant women. Even though, you are glowing, you’ll want a photographer that can work angles and make your bump look as beautiful as possible. Some photographer specialize in maternity photos, but you should at least look for a photographer that has a decent portfolio. This shows that the photographer has maternity photography experience.
